Training in Hawaii Oct, 8-11, 2026

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About The Trainings

Join us in beautiful Waikiki, Hawaii for an engaging and culturally responsive continuing education training designed for Mental Health Providers, Medical Professionals, Educators, Social Service Providers, and Community Leaders who work with diverse populations, especially Latino communities. This unique training experience combines professional growth, cultural awareness, leadership development, and practical clinical skills that participants can immediately apply in their work settings.

❋ Intentional Structure

This training is intentionally designed to provide a balanced combination of clinical education, cultural awareness, leadership development, and professional growth. Participants will gain practical, evidence-based skills that can immediately be applied in therapy, medical, educational, nonprofit, and community settings while strengthening their ability to work effectively with Latino populations. By integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cultural awareness, Spanish communication skills, leadership training, and private practice development, the program creates a comprehensive and engaging learning experience that supports both personal and professional development in a collaborative and inspiring environment.

❋ Collaborative Energy

This training fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where Mental Health Providers, Medical Professionals, Educators, and Community Providers can connect, share experiences, and learn from one another. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions, networking opportunities, and interactive learning experiences that encourage professional connection, cultural understanding, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The diverse perspectives and shared commitment to serving communities help create an energizing atmosphere focused on growth, inclusivity, and collective impact.

❋ Expert Facilitation

This training is led by experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in mental health, cultural awareness, education, leadership, and community engagement. Facilitators bring real-world clinical and professional experience, creating an interactive and practical learning environment that goes beyond theory. Participants will benefit from culturally responsive instruction, evidence-based strategies, and meaningful discussions designed to enhance confidence, competence, and professional growth when working with diverse populations, particularly within Latino communities.

❋ Amazing Location

Hosted in beautiful Waikiki, Hawaii, this training offers participants the opportunity to combine professional development with personal renewal in a peaceful and inspiring setting. Surrounded by the beauty, culture, and hospitality of Hawaii, attendees can learn, network, and recharge while enjoying a unique destination experience. The relaxing environment encourages reflection, connection, and wellness, creating an atmosphere that enhances both the educational experience and overall well-being.

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Day One

Cultural Awareness

Dr. Michelle Jackson, Ph.D

This interactive training explores discrimination, microaggressions, implicit bias, and ADA considerations specifically within Latino communities. Participants will gain tools to provide more inclusive, equitable, and culturally informed services across healthcare, educational, and community settings.

Benefits include:

  • Increasing awareness of cultural barriers and systemic inequities

  • Understanding the impact of discrimination and microaggressions on mental health and wellness

  • Learning practical strategies for culturally responsive communication

  • Enhancing advocacy and inclusivity in professional settings

  • Improving cultural humility and ethical practice

Agenda:

9:00 am– 12:00pm

Objectives:

1.     Identify and address common mental health issues among Latino college students and clients.

2.      Differentiate between discrimination, bias, and microaggressions with Latinos and identify their impact.

3.     Demonstrate the application of culturally responsive strategies that align with ADA requirements in educational practice.

Lunch Break

12:00pm-12:30pm

Optional Workshop: Spanish for Therapist

12:30-1:30pm

Optional Dinner

6:30pm

Day Two

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Latino Populations

Dr. Cristina Bautista, Psy. D, LMFT

This training provides Mental Health Providers, Medical Professionals, Educators, and Community Providers with culturally responsive strategies for using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Latino communities experiencing depression, suicidality, trauma, and anxiety. Participants will learn evidence-based interventions that promote psychological flexibility, resilience, and values-based living while gaining a deeper understanding of how cultural values, family dynamics, stigma, immigration experiences, spirituality, and discrimination can impact mental health and treatment engagement within Latino populations. Through practical applications and interactive learning, attendees will strengthen their clinical skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in supporting Latino clients in compassionate, effective, and culturally sensitive ways.

Agenda

9:00 am– 12:00pm

Objectives:

1.  Describe the theoretical foundations of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), including Relational Frame Theory (RFT) and psychological flexibility.

2.  Explain the six core processes of ACT and their role in improving psychological flexibility.

3.  Recognize clinical presentations of depression, anxiety, trauma, and suicide risk through an ACT framework.

Lunch Break

12:00pm-12:30pm

Optional Workshop: Mindful Leadership

12:30pm-1:30pm

Optional Dinner: Luau

6:30pm

Day Two

Mindful Leadership

Dr. Marshawn Martin, Ph. D.

This training provides Mental Health Providers, Medical Professionals, Educators, and Community Providers

Agenda

12:30 pm– 1:30pm

Objectives:

1.  

Day Three

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Latino Populations Continuation

Agenda:

9:00 am– 12:00pm

Lunch Break

12:00pm-12:30pm

Objectives

4.       Demonstrate ACT-based interventions, including cognitive defusion, acceptance, and mindfulness strategies.

5.       Choose appropriate ACT interventions based on client presentation and treatment goals.

6. Demonstrate the application of ACT principles in suicide prevention, including addressing hopelessness and enhancing values-based living.

Optional Workshop: Elevate your Private Practice

12:30-1:30pm

Investment

All-Inclusive The Beach Waikiki Hostel

$1,495

4 day/3 nights

3 Breakfast

3 lunches

All trainings and CE certificates

All-Inclusive Coconut Waikiki Hotel

$2,399

4 day/3 nights

3 Breakfast

3 lunches

All trainings and CE certificates

Training Only

$200-Cultural Awareness

$300-ACT

$100-Bonus Courses

$10 for CE certificates

Discounts

Hawaii Residents- $75 each trainings, Free bonus classes

Apply for a scholarship if you have a hardship.

Students: $150 for each trainings (No CEs), Free bonus classes

Students: $300 discount for any of the two options for All-inclusive Packages. (No CEs).

Military-

$100 each Training

$300 discount for any of the two options for All-inclusive Packages. (No CEs).

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Meet Your Instructors

Dr. Cristina Bautista, Psy. D, LMFT

Dr. Cristina Bautista is a therapist, educator, author, speaker, and entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience serving children, adolescents, couples, and families. Holding a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctorate in Psychology, she specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and culturally responsive care for Latino communities. Dr. Bautista is the founder of the Spanish for Therapist Institute, where she teaches therapeutic Spanish and cultural awareness to mental health professionals, and she facilitates study abroad trainings throughout Latin America. She is also the co-author of a mental health reference manual, host of the Let’s Talk About Therapy podcast, and founder of Let’s Talk About Therapy, LLC, an organization dedicated to helping therapists build successful practices through training, consultation, and business support services. Through her workshops, lectures, advocacy efforts, and community outreach, Dr. Bautista is committed to expanding access to culturally responsive mental health care, reducing stigma, and empowering professionals to better serve diverse communities. Proceeds from her work support nonprofit initiatives aimed at building counseling centers throughout Latin America.

Dr. Michelle Jackson, Ph.D.

Dr. Michelle Jackson holds a PhD in Leadership and brings more than 20 years of experience in higher education, having served in roles including admissions, academic advising, campus director, and assistant vice president of student affairs. Her expertise spans diversity, equity, and inclusion, student conduct, international student services, accessibility services, and student support programs. Throughout her career, Dr. Jackson has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their academic and personal goals while guiding leadership teams in creating inclusive environments where all students feel supported and valued. She is also actively involved in community service, collaborating with K–12 schools and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and restorative justice practices. Through her leadership experience and commitment to fostering belonging and success, Dr. Jackson continues to make a meaningful impact in education and the communities she serves.

Dr. Marshawn Martin, Ph. D.

Dr. Marshawn Martin’s background spans education, coaching, and creative development. With a strong focus on process and progress, she helps learners move from where they are to where they want to be—one step at a time.